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Jordan Gorham, a 6‑foot‑3, 200‑pound wide receiver from Bradenton, Florida, announced his acceptance of a scholarship from the University of Georgia after a strong showing at a UGA camp.
Indiana University has extended a scholarship to Dylan Betts, a 7‑foot‑3 center from the class of 2028, who also holds offers from Michigan, UCLA, Purdue and other top programs.
Georgia is hosting twelve official visitors this weekend, including the only top‑100 prospect in the state, as the program seeks to convert key defensive backs and maintain its recent recruiting momentum.
A look at the trailblazing athletes whose achievements have defined U.S. soccer and who will be honored as the nation co‑hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
After a season that saw him amass 65 receptions for 1,169 yards and 19 touchdowns at IMG Academy, Eric McFarland III narrows his choices to three SEC powers and sets a date for his public commitment.
Florida’s football program is hosting a second official visit weekend for the 2027 recruiting cycle, aiming to convert interest from elite prospects like Eric McFarland III and Elijah Guertin into commitments.
Florida’s football program is gearing up for its second official visit weekend of the 2027 recruiting cycle, a pivotal moment that could shape the composition of the next generation of Gators.
Cleetus McFarland, known for his 4.75 million YouTube followers, is set to compete and serve as grand marshal at the Craftsman Truck Series event in Michigan, adding a blend of digital influence and racing talent to the weekend’s schedule.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a conditional no‑objection letter for New College of Florida’s plan to build a baseball field on airport property, but the project still depends on lease updates and compliance with fair‑market‑value requirements.
The 2026 USA Women’s U18 roster combines top‑ranked prospects and college commitments as the team eyes a twelfth consecutive gold medal at the FIBA U18 Women’s AmeriCup in Mexico.
Michigan is courting top quarterback Jayden Wade, currently committed to Georgia, with a visit to Ann Arbor on the horizon, aiming to flip his commitment.
The Newman School in Boston has hired Justin Perron as its new head boys basketball coach, replacing Jackson Johnson who moved to IMG Academy. Perron brings a Class B Large championship pedigree and hopes to build on the school's recent 18‑3 record and No. 100 ranking.
The Alabama State Women's Flag Football team reached the national finals, showcasing rapid growth under first‑year head coach Tyrone Poole, who emphasized culture and trust despite falling short of the championship.
Jackson Johnson, a decorated coach from Boston, has moved to Florida’s IMG Academy, bringing a championship pedigree and a focus on student‑athlete development.
Florida State University has extended a scholarship to Braylon Smith, a 6‑foot‑5, 275‑pound defensive lineman from Bradenton, Florida, for the 2028 recruiting cycle, joining a list of notable suitors.